Show Notes
In this episode, Jay Allen reconnects with Gordon Walsh, Principal Consultant at the Safety Centre of Excellence for Energy Safety Canada, for a debrief following the recent conference in Banff. The two explore what goes into planning one of the industry's most respected safety events—including how topics like AI, tools-based learning, and even behavior-based safety found their way into this year’s lineup.
Gordon shares how Energy Safety Canada curates its content, the evolving balance between theory and application, and why inclusivity in safety philosophy matters more than ever. The conversation also touches on leadership transitions, industry collaboration, and how the organization is addressing serious injury and fatality trends through accessible, frontline-ready tools.
Whether you’re in oil & gas, construction, or just curious about the future of safety conversations, this episode pulls back the curtain on how impactful, real-world safety culture gets built.
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